Key Takeaway
Big Branch Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Amburgy, Knott County, KY. It has 77 violations on record (34 S&S) and $8K in proposed penalties. Operated by Locust Grove Inc.
Big Branch Mine
Operator: Locust Grove Inc
Controller: Edward L Clemons Estate
Location: Amburgy, Knott County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 77 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/21/2003 | 77.205(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 07/21/2003 | 77.1606(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/21/2003 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/21/2003 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 07/21/2003 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 07/21/2003 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $321 |
| 07/21/2003 | 77.1605(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 07/15/2003 | 62.130(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/15/2003 | 62.130(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 02/26/2003 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/26/2003 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $76 |
| 02/25/2003 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $113 |
| 02/25/2003 | 77.410(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $113 |
| 02/25/2003 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/24/2003 | 77.1110 | S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
| 02/24/2003 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
| 02/24/2003 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/24/2003 | 72.620 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/24/2003 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/24/2003 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 9 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/18/2003 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 45d lost |
| 03/06/2003 | OTHER | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 14d lost |
| 03/04/2003 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 15d lost |
| 01/23/2003 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 01/09/2003 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 56d lost |
| 09/28/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 83d lost |
| 12/06/2001 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/01/2001 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/21/2001 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 36 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/04/2004 | 08/04/2004 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 04/19/2004 | 04/19/2004 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 02/24/2004 | 02/24/2004 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 02/03/2004 | 02/03/2004 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 01/06/2004 | 01/08/2004 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 11/12/2003 | 11/12/2003 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 10/28/2003 | 10/28/2003 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 10/01/2003 | 10/03/2003 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 09/17/2003 | 09/18/2003 | 18.50 | 1 |
| 09/02/2003 | 09/04/2003 | 30.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Big Branch Mine have?
Big Branch Mine has 77 MSHA violations on record, of which 34 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $8K.
What type of mine is Big Branch Mine?
Big Branch Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Amburgy, Knott County, KY. It currently has employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Big Branch Mine?
According to MSHA records, Big Branch Mine has 9 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Big Branch Mine?
Big Branch Mine is operated by Locust Grove Inc and controlled by Edward L Clemons Estate. MSHA Mine ID: 1518352.